55 | Layered Stress: Why Your Dog’s Triggers Are Adding Up

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾

Have you ever had one of those days? You know, the kind where nothing goes right, and everything just seems to get worse? Sometimes, our dogs have the same kind of days.

In this episode, we’ll explore how layered stress works—how triggers can stack and push your fearful dog closer to their bite threshold. You’ll learn:
✨ Why stressors build up and what that means for your dog
✨ How to recognize when your dog’s stress is piling up
✨ Simple strategies to bring your dog back to their comfort zone and help them decompress

By understanding layered stress, you can help your dog stay calm and avoid those overwhelming moments.

So let's take a look at how we can be a good advocate for our dogs on those crazy days when nothing is going right 💕

Next Steps:
🐶 Join our free community for more tips and support: www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience
🐾 Ready for a deeper dive? Become part of the student community: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless

Music Credits:
🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter. Check out his amazing work at www.shawntrotter.com.